Recommendation for a scanner to work with a 99 4.0L

[MEWolf]

I just bought this truck and think I should get a scanner in case or problems in the backcountry. I don't need a 410k Snap-on, don't want a cheap, Amazon, Chinese special either. Any suggestions from those who know?

 

[Uncle Gump]

I moved this to the 4.0L forum.

Do some googling on ForScan... with a Bluetooth OBDII adapter you can use your smart phone.

 

[RonD]

I have used the Bluetooth ELM327 for many years as a basic OBD2 reader, no complaints, under $20, $5 torque pro APP

I got a Bluetooth BlueDriver a few years ago so I could also read transmission codes, also no complaints, $100, comes with APP

I like Bluetooth because its wireless and I pretty much always have my phone with me, lol
And with wireless I can go under the hood and unplug stuff to see how readings change in real time
Or have the phone in its holder while driving and watch Live Data

 

[sgtsandman]

It depends on what you want to do. Forescan with the adaptor will enable you to do anything, including ABS and TPMS codes and things.

If you are looking for a basic scanner, I suggest a Scangauge. Not only can you use it as a scanner but as a real time gauge for up to four functions. On my 2011, I use it for coolant temp, volts, average mpg, and intake air temperature. On the 2019, it’s volts, coolant temp, transmission temp, and boost.